CNL-500 Topic 6: Comparison Worksheet
Directions: Choose two family systems theories (Bowenian, Structural, Strategic, or Satir) and one individual counseling theory studied in this course (any theory studied in topics 1-5) and compare the three theories.
Part 1: Create a hypothetical family. Develop a scenario that has caused this family to seek counseling. The scenario should be 150-250 words in length. Be sure to include the following in the scenario: 1) Identify the members of the family; 2) The problem/focus of therapy; 3) Family rules which enabled the problem to continue; and 4) rationale for who the identified patient (IP) is.
Family Scenario:

Part 2: Complete the specific fields listed in the chart for each theory chosen. All sections will require a 50-75-word description except for the section where you list the three treatment interventions. Include a minimum of six scholarly resources in addition to the course textbook and in-text citation as appropriate.
Multi-Person Family Therapy
(a session including more than one family member present) Single Person Family Systems Approach
(a session using a family systems theory with only one person present) Individual Counseling Theory
(any theory of your choice from weeks 1-5)
Theory
Roles of the Counselor and Client(s)
Describe the state of dysfunction
How would you describe the problem from each theoretical orientation?
Important Ethical Considerations
How would this theory help the family in your scenario establish a new homeostasis?